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The Feminist Lie of Autonomy: Why God Calls Every Woman to Submission

Season 2 Episode 8

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Our culture tells women that the highest good is autonomy—being your own boss, answering to no one, submitting to nothing. From “boss lady” slogans to “wear your crown” movements, the message is clear: freedom means rejecting all forms of submission. But Scripture tells a very different story.

In this episode, The Feminist Lie of Autonomy: Why God Calls Every Woman to Submission, we uncover the biblical truth that submission isn’t a curse for married women, but a calling for all women—rooted in creation itself. From daughters in their father’s households, to single women in the church, to wives in marriage, God’s design for womanhood is consistent, beautiful, and life-giving.

We’ll expose the cultural lie that submission is oppression, correct distortions that have crept into the church, and build a compelling case for why biblical womanhood is not suspended during singleness. Submission isn’t about losing your identity—it’s about aligning with God’s order, reflecting Christ, and flourishing in the role He designed.

And there’s more. Alongside this episode, Patreon supporters get access to a brand-new Companion Guide that breaks down the teaching into bite-sized study notes, reflection questions, and practical applications. Plus, this Wednesday, a Patreon-exclusive bonus episode drops: Submission Misunderstood: What the Bible Does—and Doesn’t—Say About Women. In it, we tackle the distortions head-on and show how submission, rightly understood, is strength—not oppression.

Here’s the good news: you can get all of this for free by signing up for a 7-day Patreon trial. Every free trial expires on August 31, 2025, so don’t miss your chance. Sign up, grab the resources, and if they bless you, stick around. If not, unsubscribe before your trial ends—no strings attached.

Marriage doesn’t create submission—creation does. Discover why that truth matters for every woman today.

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